A compact, low-impact elevator solution for two-story homes—installed and serviced by HomeLift.
The Cibes Ascenda Shaftless Home Elevator
When a traditional elevator requires more space or construction than your home allows, a shaftless home elevator offers a smarter path to accessibility. HomeLift is proud to install the Cibes Ascenda, a fully loaded, American-built shaftless elevator designed specifically for two-story residences.
The Ascenda requires no shaftway, no pit, and no machine room. Its compact screw-driven system travels through a single floor opening, making it one of the most space-efficient options available for homeowners in Tennessee and Northern Alabama.
Fully Loaded Features
Every Ascenda shaftless home elevator arrives with premium features included, not as upgrades:
- Automatic saloon doors
- Mirror ceiling and soft LED lighting
- Fold-down seat
- Intuitive handrail controls with built-in buttons
- Remote control fob
- Swiss-made anti-slip flooring
- Built-in emergency phone
- All-glass mast and cabin panels
The Ascenda also connects to a dedicated smartphone app for remote monitoring, error alerts, maintenance schedules, and one-tap support access.
Technical Specifications
For homeowners who need a reliable, lower-cost home accessibility solution, a stairlift is often ideal. HomeLift offers stair lift installation in Tennessee for straight, curved, indoor, and outdoor staircases. We carry Stannah and Bruno models with capacities up to 400 lbs and lifetime motor warranties.
Find Out If a Shaftless Home Elevator Is Right for Your Home
HomeLift offers free in-home evaluations to help you determine the best accessibility solution for your space, your goals, and your budget. Our lift specialists will walk you through your options, with no pressure and no obligation.
Safety You Can Count On
The Ascenda features top and bottom obstruction sensors, an emergency stop button, and battery backup with manual lowering during power outages. It operates using hold-to-run controls, meaning the elevator moves only while you maintain pressure on the button, giving you complete control at all times. All installs are certified to ASME A17.1 Section 5.3 standards.
A Small Elevator for Home Layouts of All Sizes
Whether you’re updating an existing layout or building new, a shaftless home elevator fits where other systems can’t. The Ascenda’s self-supporting rail system requires no load-bearing walls, so it works in open living areas, hallways, and tighter footprints where a corner elevator for home designs makes the most sense.
A Smart Investment for Aging in Place
For families exploring aging in place house designs, a shaftless home elevator is one of the most practical upgrades you can make. It allows you to stay in the home you love while maintaining safe, independent access to both floors without a major renovation. HomeLift’s factory-trained technicians handle every installation from start to finish, and our service and maintenance team is here for you long after the project is complete.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Because the Ascenda requires no shaft, pit, or machine room, it’s an excellent option for retrofit projects. In most cases, the only construction needed is a floor hatch and ceiling aperture cut by your contractor, plus standard electrical connections. If your home needs more than two stops or a higher capacity, explore our full range of home elevator options.
A traditional home elevator travels inside an enclosed shaftway and can serve multiple floors. A shaftless home elevator travels through a single floor opening between two levels using a self-contained drive system. The result is a smaller footprint, less construction, and a more affordable install, making it a popular choice as a small elevator for home use.
Yes. HomeLift offers financing options to help make your project more accessible. We can walk you through available plans during your free consultation.